Britain will not rejoin EU or set up customs union, Starmer’s top negotiator warns Exclusive: European affairs minister Nick Thomas-Symonds will tell ideologues on both sides of the Brexit debate that ‘alignment is not a dirty word’ as he seeks to embed a relationship reset with ‘ruthless pragmatism’ The Independent UK · Mar 15
Europe Warned It Must Break 'Downward Coping Syndrome' to Counter Trump's America As global tensions rise, Europe faces internal challenges that threaten its economic and political influence. Analysts warn of a 'downward coping syndrome' that could undermine the continent's future. International Business Times · Mar 15
Why is chocolate so expensive — and where have prices risen most? Chocolate prices rose 18% across the EU in 2025 — the highest increase of any food item — as drought in West Africa drove up cocoa costs. But the impact has varied widely across Europe. Euronews · Mar 15
Jürgen Habermas, German philosopher and sociologist, dies aged 96 Habermas’ political consensus-building theory argued formation of public opinion vital for democracies to survive The Guardian - UK · Mar 14
Europe Warned It Must Break 'Downward Coping Syndrome' to Counter Trump's America As global tensions rise, Europe faces internal challenges that threaten its economic and political influence. Analysts warn of a 'downward coping syndrome' that could undermine the continent's future. International Business Times UK · Mar 14
‘We were at a loss’: the couples trying to get pregnant by removing plastics from their lives New Netflix documentary The Plastic Detox follows an epidemiologist’s radical new plan to boost fertility in three months. We meet the couples whose lives were turned upside down – and in some cases, hugely for the better The Guardian - UK · Mar 14
Home Office U-turn will let some dual nationals use EU passport to enter UK EU citizens with post-Brexit settlement status in UK will not have to present British passport to airlines The Guardian - UK · Mar 14
Iranians grapple with whether to flee the country because of the war Iranians are having to make hard choices about whether to flee for safer locales during the war The Independent UK · Mar 14
Rachel Reeves gives damning verdict on Brexit’s impact on Britain IN FULL The Independent UK · Mar 14
Brexit has not been good for Britain, says Reeves as she calls for closer EU alignment As Britain battles flatlining economic growth and ongoing fears over the cost of living, Ms Reeves argued that closer ties with the EU is the ‘biggest prize’ economically The Independent UK · Mar 14
'Iran must not be allowed to hold global economy hostage,' UAE minister tells Euronews In an interview with Euronews, UAE Minister of State Lana Nusseibeh appealed to the world that Iran’s "rogue state behaviour" must not be allowed to hold the global economy hostage. Euronews · Mar 14
As veto drags on, Brussels wonders: Will Orbán relent before the elections? Officials and diplomats in Brussels are seriously contemplating a scenario in which Viktor Orbán's veto on the €90 billon loan for Ukraine drags on until after the Hungarian elections on 12 April. It's unclear what happens after. Euronews · Mar 14
Europe’s fertility rates keep falling: Which countries have the highest rates and biggest drops? Euronews Health takes a closer look at declining fertility rates across Europe. Experts point to multifaceted reasons behind the decline, and Europe is not alone in facing this trend. Euronews · Mar 14
The Guardian - UK · Mar 14 NHS and MoD will be urged to buy British tech to drive growth amid Iran crisis Treasury minister Spencer Livermore trails new strategy as chancellor pins hopes on benefits of AI amid global uncertainty
The Independent UK · Mar 14 Researchers find smartphone app could help men last longer in bed The Melonga App guides users through therapeutic techniques, tips and exercises designed by urologists and psychologists
The Independent UK · Mar 13 Inclusion of Russia in 2026 Venice Biennale art fair sparks outcry The inclusion of Russia in the line-up of the 2026 Venice Biennale art fair has sparked international outcry
Euronews · Mar 13 Global Baku Forum Day Two: Sharply contrasting views on Iran war as hardship spreads Former European Commission President Romano Prodi told Euronews it is high time a diplomatic solution was found to the crisis.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 13 UK signs ‘rebooted’ defence agreement to protect Irish waters Most transatlantic cables go through or close to Ireland, making its waters particularly vulnerable to attack
The Guardian - UK · Mar 13 The Guardian view on the Iran war and international law: it’s worse than a mistake; it’s a crime Editorial: Double standards in Europe and elsewhere are laid bare by the muted response to US and Israeli aggression and the killing of civilians
TechRadar · Mar 13 Chat Control: EU Parliament said no to Big Tech mass surveillance of your chats — but the battle for privacy isn't done The EU Parliament's stance on untargeted scanning and encryption is clear. With the trialogue negotiations for the permanent law ongoing, will the Council and Commission be ready to follow suit?
Euronews · Mar 13 Poland’s PM Tusk defies president’s veto over €43.7 billion EU defence loan A power struggle erupted in Poland as Premier Donald Tusk insisted Friday he would access €43.7 billion in EU defence funds, defying President Karol Nawrocki’s veto over what he said was a decision going against Poland's sovereignty.
Euronews · Mar 13 US President Trump cannot be pushed by anyone, Israeli opposition leader tells Euronews Israel's opposition leader rebuffed claims that the US was pushed into attacking Iran by Prime Minister Netanyahu in a Euronews interview, amid rising doubts over whether the two allies are ultimately seeking different outcomes in the war on Iran.
InsideEVs · Mar 13 'The Chinese Will Eat Our Lunch': Europe's EV Trucking Industry Is Scared As Hell Chinese EV makers are now bringing their low-cost advantage to the heavy-duty truck market. That's bad news for European truck brands.
The Conversation · Mar 13 Russia’s relentless interference since start of Ukraine war has failed to break Moldova When Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the prospects for Moldova did not look good. But four years have now passed and, despite a relentless Russian campaign to destabilise the country, Moldova has survived and made significant progress.